Commercial noise regulated by municipal codes. Syracuse zoning limits industrial noise at residential property lines to 65 dBA day, 55 dBA night.
Syracuse Zoning Ordinance imposes performance standards on industrial and commercial uses adjoining residential zones. Suburban towns rely on general noise ordinances. SYR airport operations are preempted by federal law (FAA) under 49 USC 41713. Contact Onondaga County at (315) 435-2070 for enforcement.
Contact your local code enforcement office for specific penalty information.
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